Area runners showed out recently at the district races with 11 runners placing in the top 10 between Marion’s and Navarro’s cross-country programs alone.

The Lady Mustangs proved to have a little more gas in their tank Tuesday evening as they defeated the Lady Bulldogs (25-15, 25-14, 22-25, 25-21).

A pair of area teams went toe-to-toe against unique opposition but remained undefeated last week.

The Lady Mats (17-17, 4-7) came within just four points of pulling out the victory over Kerrville Tivy on Friday.

KERRVILLE - As the sun set and the final point was played, the Navarro tennis team was crowned Bi-District Champions late Monday evening.

Seguin made quick work out of Harlandale (4-2, 1-2) on homecoming night as the Mats defeated the Indians without a cinch, 23-3. 

MANOR — The Navarro Panthers (5-1, 1-0) held the Manor New Tech Titans (2-5, 0-1) to zero total yards and two first downs in a 69-0 romp on Friday night.

Bulldog football can add another tally to the W column after Friday night.

Fresh off of hanging 48 points on La Vernia in Bear Stadium last Friday, the Seguin Matadors (3-2, 2-0) will welcome the Harlandale Indians to Matador Stadium for homecoming.

The Gonzales Apaches were outmatched from the start of their contest against the Navarro Panthers on Tuesday.

One down, two to go.

The Marion Bulldogs (5-1, 1-1) are bringing the district battle home this week with vengeance on their mind.

LA VERNIA — With their final non-district test left on the board Friday night, the Matadors (3-2, 2-0) passed with flying colors as they defeated the Bears 48-21 in La Vernia.

Despite winning the first half, Marion could not hold off the more aggressive Jourdanton Indians on Friday night.

Lifegate capped off a successful week of competition at home with back-to-back wins over McCauley Christian Academy (25-6, 25-8, 25-13) and Sunnybrook Christian (25-19, 25-23, 25-21).

The Lady Mats overcame their recent district woes on Tuesday night as they defeated Veterans Memorial (25-19, 25-15, 25-12) at home.

The Lady Mats overcame their recent district woes on Tuesday night as they defeated Veterans Memorial (25-19, 25-15, 25-12) at home.

On a quest to remain perfect this season, Marion takes the fight to Jourdanton in hopes of overcoming the district leader for the first time since 2018.

Seguin and Navarro’s cross country teams’ journeys on the trails keep them moving.

The Bulldogs continued to roll past district competition last week as they defeated both the Cole Cougars and the Great Hearts Monte Vista Lions.

The Lady Panthers (23-9, 1-0) opened district play with a gritty five-set victory over La Vernia on Friday.

Marion is 5-0 for the first time this century.

For the second week in a row, the Matadors defense decided the final outcome of the team’s fortunes.

GIDDINGS — The Navarro Panthers (4-1) scored on two late drives to help them hold off the Giddings Buffaloes 27-18 in a non-district contest.

The Lifegate Lady Falcons (3-2) kept the good times rolling as they dominated the McCauley Christian Academy Lady Warriors (25-8, 25-7, 25-9) on Thursday, Sept. 23.

Squaring off against a host of teams, the Matador cross country team continues to make strides in its races.

For the first time in regular season play this year, the Navarro Lady Panthers dropped straight sets against a non-district opponent.

A familiar face returns to the sidelines of Jack Taylor Field this Friday as the Mats take on the Canyon Cougars.

Right after the Panthers’ emotional 29-27 upset over Cuero last week, Navarro head coach Rod Blount had a message for his team.

All four Guadalupe County teams hit the courts last week, coming out with a 3-4 record.

GERONIMO — Five turnovers committed against a team like the Cuero Gobblers does not often lead to a happy Friday night.

What turned into a fun and exciting back and forth affair between two district rivals slowly turned into an agonizing and heart-racing battle down the stretch for either team.

Despite trailing by 10 points with 12 minutes to play, Marion (4-0) pulled out a 35-31 comeback win over Hondo on Friday night to remain undefeated.

Despite trailing by 10 points with 12 minutes to play, Marion (4-0) pulled out a 35-31 comeback win over Hondo on Friday night to remain undefeated.

Guadalupe County faithful were in for a treat on Tuesday night as two noteworthy volleyball matches were held in local area schools’ gymnasiums.

Seguin cross country runners took center stage Saturday, running away with four top-10 finishers at the San Marcos River Invitational.

There is little that gets a Navarro Panther fan’s blood pumping faster than knowing that the Cuero Gobblers are next on the schedule. Along with Wimberley, this is the game every year that serves as a measuring stick for their favorite team.

NEEDVILLE — The Navarro Panthers proved on Friday that a strong running game can make up for a slew of mistakes as they outlasted the Needville Bluejays 48-28 in a non-district matchup.

Marion is 3-0 for the first time since 2008.

The Marion Bulldogs (10-15, 0-1) dropped their first district game in straight sets (22-25, 17-25, 10-25) against the Randolph Ro-Hawks on Friday night.

Guadalupe County cross country teams had an eventful Saturday morning. Two of our area’s teams ran in the annual FEAST Invitational while the other traveled up to Lockhart and came home with top honors.

Before the season started, the Navarro Panthers probably did not circle this week’s game with the Needville Bluejays on their calendars as one of their most important games.